Sedlo Čergov, huts – Hertník, stop
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About the trail
Route Sedlo Čergov, huts – Hertník, stop. Has green marking (regional route №5708b, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5708b. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 9.3 km. Location: mountain range — Nizky Beskid, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 9.3 km with 600 m of ascent from Sedlo Čergov, huts to Hertník, stop. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 380–510 m
- 4–7.5 kmClimb of 420 m (up to 931 m)
- 7.5–9.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 900–950 m
Steepest kilometre: km 4.5–5.5, a climb of 140 m (≈14%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 9.5. There are no springs between km 0 and 9.5 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Čergov Hut (km 9.5).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Sedlo Čergov, huts. This is a one-way route: the finish is 7 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 9.5. There are no springs between km 0 and 9.5 — carry at least 2 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Čergov Hut (km 9.5).
Water and shelter on the route
- Čergov Hutkm 9.3 from the start · 60 m off the path · Standing · 927 m
- Spring below Kalisko Passkm 9.3 from the start · 230 m off the path · Not verified · 861 m
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